Rev. Uma Ukpai Dies At 80, Soludo Mourns
Rev. Dr Uma Ukpai, a popular preacher and founder of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association has died.
Ukpai who was born on Jan. 7, 1945 died on Oct 6, 2025 at the age of 80 years.
His demise was made public by his family on Oct. 13.
Gov. Chukwuma Charles Soludo of Anambra has expressed sorrow over the death of Ukpai.
Soludo in his condolence message, described the death of the preacher and renowned evangelist as a monumental loss to Nigeria, and the entire body of Christ worldwide.
He said Ukpai was a true father of faith, a spiritual giant and a fearless gospel crusader whose life was a testimony to the power of faith, devotion, and uncompromising service to God and humanity.
He said Ukpai was not just a preacher but a pivotal institution in Christian evangelism, national uprightness, and the Nigerian Pentecostal movement.
“For decades, his powerful voice echoed across continents, bringing salvation, healing, and hope to millions of people.
“The story of modern Christianity in Nigeria and across Africa can not be complete without the indelible impact of Rev. Ukpai.
“Through his crusades, theological teachings, and the establishment of the Ukpai Evangelistic Association dedicated to winning souls for Christ,” he said
Soludo extended his condolences to the immediate family of the late evangelist, the entire Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association, and the Christian community in Nigeria.
He prayed that God would grant his soul eternal rest and give his family the solace to bear the monumental loss.
